Cheese Manager

Dierbergs Markets, Inc.; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Dierbergs Rewards program

Associate Perks Program

Job summary

Dierbergs Markets, Inc. seeks a Cheese Manager to lead our cheese team and deliver an unparalleled customer experience. You will guide daily operations, ensure fresh cheese presentation, and train team members to provide confident, friendly service.

The role emphasizes strong product knowledge, sales-driven performance, and a commitment to customer satisfaction in a detailed, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in retail or customer service, preferably in a managerial role.
• Knowledge of cheese products and ability to represent them confidently.
• Experience driving sales through suggestive selling and merchandising.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying shifts.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership experience

Sales-driven

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Embrace your passion for the art of cheese as you lead our team in providing an unparalleled cheese experience to our customers. We are seeking a self-directed individual with a keen appreciation for cheese, coupled with exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Join us as the Cheese Manager at Dierbergs and immerse yourself in the world of cheese!

Qualifications for Success:

• 1+ years of experience in retail or customer service environment, preferably in a managerial role, showcasing your ability to inspire and guide others effectively
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent qualification
• Possess in-depth knowledge of cheese products and the ability to represent them with confidence, delivering genuine and friendly service to our discerning customers.
• Proven ability to drive sales through suggestive selling, sampling, cross-merchandising, and innovative display presentations.
• Display creativity and innovation in approach, with a strong aesthetic sensibility and an eye for detail.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use iPad for customer orders, order pick up, and training
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying shifts - enjoy a balanced schedule with no late nights, most deli and seafood departments close by 8 pm, allowing for a healthy work-life balance

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. frequently and 40 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to push and pull up product-loaded carts up to 250 lbs. of force occasionally
• Occasional: Sitting and climbing; frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and handling
• Frequent: Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel
• Constant - Stand, handling, & forward reach

Why Dierbergs is Different:

• Our culture makes us unique. We're known for being friendly and customer-focused, as well as for treating each other like family.
• You'll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community.
• As an integral part of our team, you'll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success.
• With a clear path for advancement, you will have the opportunity to progress to a Department Manager or store management role

What's in it for you?

• Health and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans
• Paid time off provided, including vacation and personal days
• Weekly pay
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling
• Growth opportunities to support career advancement
• Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more - being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
• Associate Perks Program in partnership with Working Advantage

At Dierbergs, we value individuals who embody our core BEhaviors: Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU. If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a vibrant team,

This description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.